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Lesson 4 of 22 – ALT Shortcut Keys
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ALT Shortcut Keys

ALT shortcut keys are keyboard combinations that use the ALT key with another key to perform commands quickly. They help users work faster and improve productivity.

Note: ALT shortcuts are widely used in Windows, Microsoft Office, web browsers, and many software applications.
What are ALT Shortcut Keys?

The ALT key is used together with other keys to execute commands without using the mouse.

  • Save time.
  • Improve productivity.
  • Easy to use.
  • Useful in almost every application.
Common ALT Shortcuts
Shortcut Function
Alt + Tab Switch between open windows.
Alt + F4 Close active window.
Alt + Enter Open properties of selected item.
Alt + Space Open window menu.
Alt + Esc Cycle through windows.
Alt + Print Screen Capture active window screenshot.
ALT Menu Shortcuts
Shortcut Function
Alt + F Open File menu.
Alt + E Open Edit menu.
Alt + V Open View menu.
Alt + H Open Help or Home menu.
Alt + T Open Tools menu.
ALT Shortcuts in Browsers
Shortcut Function
Alt + Left Arrow Go to previous page.
Alt + Right Arrow Go to next page.
Alt + Home Open home page.
Advantages of ALT Shortcut Keys
  • Increase work speed.
  • Reduce mouse usage.
  • Easy navigation through menus.
  • Improve productivity.
  • Useful in Windows and Office applications.
  • Help professionals and students work efficiently.
  • Easy to learn and remember.
Key Points
  • ALT key is used with another key.
  • ALT shortcuts execute commands quickly.
  • ALT + Tab switches windows.
  • ALT + F4 closes the active window.
  • ALT + Enter opens properties.
  • ALT menu shortcuts open application menus.
  • Browser navigation can be done using ALT shortcuts.
  • Learning ALT shortcuts improves efficiency.

🧠 Quiz

Which ALT shortcut is used to switch between open windows?



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